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Edmonton Oilers at Columbus Blue Jackets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Edmonton Oilers at Columbus Blue Jackets odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Edmonton Oilers (32-19-8) wrap up a mini 2-game road trip against the Columbus Blue Jackets (18-35-5) Saturday at Nationwide Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Oilers vs. Blue Jackets odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Oilers racked up an impressive 7-2 win against the Pittsburgh Penguins Thursday night, cashing the Over for the 6th time in the past 7 games overall. Edmonton’s offense is on a serious roll, posting 4 or more goals in 5 straight outings.

The Blue Jackets are not doing so hot offensively. In fact, Columbus was blanked 2-0 on home ice by the Minnesota Wild Thursday, cashing the Under for the 5th straight time. It squandered a solid effort by Joonas Korpisalo, who stopped 23 of 25 shots by the Wild.

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Oilers at Blue Jackets odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Oilers -240 (bet $240 to win $100) | Blue Jackets +200 (bet $100 to win $200)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Oilers -1.5 (-105) | Blue Jackets +1.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -155 | U: +135)

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Oilers at Blue Jackets projected goalies

Stuart Skinner (15-11-4, 2.89 GAA, .913 SV%) vs. Joonas Korpisalo (10-11-3, 3.10 GAA, .912 SV%)

The All-Star Skinner, who happens to also be an Edmonton native, has allowed just 4 goals on 50 shots in the past 2 starts, both victories.

This past Sunday, Skinner was shaky in Montreal of all places, but he is still 2-1-1 with a 2.71 GAA and .905 SV% in 4 February starts since returning from the All-Star break.

The Blue Jackets are expected to run it back with Korpisalo, who has been sharp in his past 4 outings. In fact, he has allowed just 4 total goals on 92 shots in the previous 3 starts, winning twice.

Korpisalo is 2-2-0 with a 1.78 GAA and .947 SV% in 4 February starts, but he’ll be tested greatly by the No. 1 ranked offense (3.8 GPG) and No. 1 power-play unit (31.7%) in the NHL.

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Oilers at Blue Jackets picks and predictions

Prediction

Oilers 4, Blue Jackets 2

Moneyline

The Oilers (-240) will cost you more than twice your potential return, and there is just no value in a standalone bet like that. In fact, Edmonton isn’t really even worth pursuing as part of a multi-team parlay at that price.

PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

The OILERS -1.5 (-105) are a better bet on the puck line. We’re getting in a little late as it was steamed up from +105, though.

The Edmonton offense has been sizzling lately, even more so than the entire season as a whole. This offense is No. 1 in the league with 3.8 GPG, but it has been on another plane lately, averaging 4.5 GPG across the past 10 outings.

While Edmonton enters just 2-3-1 across the past 6 games overall, the Oilers have won by 2 or more goals in each of the previous 8 victories dating back to Jan. 17. So if you like the Oilers to win, you should like them to cover the puck line, too.

Over/Under

The UNDER 6.5 (+135) is risky business with the way the Edmonton offense has been rocking, but Columbus is the driver of this bet.

The Blue Jackets have managed just 2 goals across the past 2 outings, and Columbus has been shut out twice in the past 7 games. Since Jan. 27, this offense is averaging just 2.1 GPG, too.

And, in the game Jan. 25 in Edmonton, Columbus squeaked out a 3-2 win in OT, easily cashing the Under.

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Minnesota Wild at Columbus Blue Jackets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Minnesota Wild at Columbus Blue Jackets odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Wild (31-21-5) meet the Columbus Blue Jackets (18-34-5) Thursday at Nationwide Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Wild vs. Blue Jackets odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Wild kick off a 2-game road trip after a fairly successful 7-game homestand which saw Minnesota win its final 3 games and pick up at least a point in 5 of its last 6 outings. The Wild have played in 6 consecutive 1-goal games (4-1-1).

The Blue Jackets were tripped up 3-2 in overtime against the Arizona Coyotes on the road Sunday in their most recent outing, snapping a mini 2-game win streak. This is the first of 2 meetings with the Wild in 4 days.

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Wild at Blue Jackets odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Wild -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Blue Jackets +160 (bet $100 to win $160)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Wild -1.5 (+130) | Blue Jackets +1.5 (-160)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -130 | U: +110)

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Wild at Blue Jackets projected goalies

Marc-Andre Fleury (16-13-3, 2.98 GAA, .901 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Joonas Korpisalo (10-10-3, 3.14 GAA, .913 SV%)

Fleury enters on a 3-game losing skid, going 0-3-0 with a 4.22 GAA and .859 SV% since flipping the calendar from January to February. He has allowed 11 goals on 78 shots which isn’t great, but he also has received just 5 total goals of offensive support.

Korpisalo has been much better lately, allowing just a single goal in each of his past 2 starts — both wins. He is 2-1-0 with a 1.67 GAA and .954 SV% across 3 starts in February.

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Wild at Blue Jackets picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Jackets 3, Wild 2

Moneyline

The BLUE JACKETS (+160) are a solid value as moderate home ‘dogs, and they’re a great play.

The Wild have not been getting very good play from the goaltenders, and are 0-5 in their last 5 road games.

The home side is 5-1 in the past 6 meetings in this series.

Puck line/Against the spread

The BLUE JACKETS +1.5 (-160) aren’t priced out of line here if you want a little insurance and just can’t fathom the idea of playing them straight up.

While the Wild have won 3 in a row, each victory was by a single goal, and Minnesota has played in 6 straight 1-goal games. The Jackets have cashed on the puck line in 5 straight as an underdog, too.

Over/Under

The UNDER 5.5 (+110) is worth a roll of the dice at plus money.

The Under is 21-8-2 in the past 31 games overall for the Wild and has cashed in 5 in a row against Eastern Conference foes.

The Under has cashed in 4 straight games for Columbus and is 4-1 in its last 5 against teams with a winning record. The Under is 5-0-1 in the past 6 games against Western Conference foes.

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Winnipeg Jets at Columbus Blue Jackets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Winnipeg Jets at Columbus Blue Jackets odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Winnipeg Jets (34-19-1) and Columbus Blue Jackets (16-34-4) meet Thursday at Nationwide Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Jets vs. Blue Jackets odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Jets cashed as -128 home favorites Tuesday with a 3-2 shootout win vs. the Seattle Kraken. Winnipeg is now 2 points behind the 1st-place Dallas Stars in the Central Division with 1 game in hand after winning its 3rd straight. The Jets are 23-8 in their last 31 games vs. teams with a losing record.

The Blue Jackets lost as +187 home underdogs Tuesday as the New Jersey Devils edged Columbus 3-2. LW Johnny Gaudreau and D Adam Boqvist scored for the Blue Jackets, who have lost 5 of their last 6 games. Columbus is 1-6 in its last 7 home games.

This is the 2nd meeting this season between the Jets and Blue Jackets. Columbus won as a +179 road underdog 4-1 as the Under 6.5 total goals cashed Dec. 2.

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Jets at Blue Jackets odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Jets -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Blue Jackets +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Jets -1.5 (+120) | Blue Jackets +1.5 (-140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +105 | U: -125)

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Jets at Blue Jackets projected goalies

Connor Hellebuyck (25-15-1, 2.41 GAA, .924 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Elvis Merzlikins (6-15-0, 4.28 GAA, .873 SV%)

Hellebuyck faced the Blue Jackets once last season and allowed 2 goals on 31 shots in a 3-0 road loss Nov. 24, 2021. In 5 career games (4 starts) vs. Columbus, the 2020 Vezina Trophy winner is 4-1-0 and has allowed 11 goals on 138 shots, good for a 2.63 GAA and .920 SV%.

Merzlikins faced the Jets twice last season, going 1-0-1 and allowing 4 goals on 69 shots, good for a 2.02 GAA and .942 SV%. He’s 2-1-1 in 4 career starts vs. Winnipeg with a 2.79 GAA and .915 SV% (119 saves against 130 shots).

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Jets at Blue Jackets picks and predictions

Prediction

Jets 4, Blue Jackets 2

Moneyline

PASS.

The Jets (-210) should win, but there is no need to risk more than twice your potential profit on the moneyline when Winnipeg should win by multiple goals. Bet the puck line and/or total instead.

Puck line/Against the spread

BET JETS -1.5 (+120).

The Jets are 13-6 in their last 19 games and 8 of their last 10 wins have been by multiple goals. The Blue Jackets are 15-36 in their last 51 games vs. teams with a winning percentage above .600 and should struggle to keep it close with such a mismatch in net. Hellebuyck is 4th in SV% amongst goaltenders who have started at least 20 games, while Merzlikins sits at 44th out of 45 qualifying goalies.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 6.5 (-125).

The Under is 12-2 in Winnipeg’s last 14 road games and 5-1 in the Jets’ last 6 vs. teams with a losing record. The Under has hit in 41 of Winnipeg’s last 60 games and is 5-1 in Columbus’ last 6 vs. Central Division teams.

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New Jersey Devils at Columbus Blue Jackets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s New Jersey Devils at Columbus Blue Jackets odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New Jersey Devils (34-13-5) play the 2nd contest in a 4-game road trip  Tuesday against the Columbus Blue Jackets (16-33-4) at Nationwide Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Devils vs. Blue Jackets odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Devils were on the wrong end of a 3-2 shootout loss at Minnesota to start the trip, but New Jersey has picked up points in 4 straight, and 13 of the previous 14 games overall. The Under is 3-1 in the past 4 games overall.

The Blue Jackets split a home-and-home set with the Toronto Maple Leafs over the weekend, with CBJ posting a 4-3 win as huge underdogs at Scotiabank Arena as the Over cashed.

This is the 2nd of a 3-game regular season series. Jersey breezed to a 7-1 win back Oct. 30 in Newark, as Vitek Vanecek propelled his team to victory.

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Devils at Blue Jackets odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Devils -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Blue Jackets +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Devils -1.5 (+120) | Blue Jackets +1.5 (-140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Devils at Blue Jackets projected goalies

Vitek Vanecek (22-5-3, 2.32 GAA, .916 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Joonas Korpisalo (8-10-3, 3.33 GAA, .907 SV%)

Vanecek was tripped up in his most-recent start Saturday at Minnesota, allowing 2 goals on 24 shots in a SOL. He has posted a 10-0-1 record across his past 11 starts since his last loss in regulation Dec. 28 against the Boston Bruins.

Korpisalo received zero offensive support in a 3-0 loss against the Maple Leafs Friday night. He gave his team a chance to win, though, making 38 saves on 41 shots, his best start since Jan. 25 in Edmonton, which was also his most-recent win.

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Devils at Blue Jackets picks and predictions

Prediction

Devils 4, Blue Jackets 2

Moneyline

The Devils (-210) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s just too expensive for a standalone bet.

Even for a multi-team parlay, there isn’t a lot of value backing New Jersey at this price.

AVOID.

Puck line/Against the spread

The DEVILS -1.5 (+120) is a decent option on the puck line at plus-money. New Jersey handled Columbus in the first meeting by a 7-1 score.

The Devils have gone to overtime or a shootout in 7 of the past 9 games, so there is some concern. But if you want a better value, New Jersey is worth a look.

Over/Under

The UNDER 6.5 (-120) is worth playing lightly.

The Under has hit in 5 of the past 7 games for the Devils overall, while going 4-1-1 in the past 6 games overall for the Blue Jackets following a victory.

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Columbus Blue Jackets at Toronto Maple Leafs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Columbus Blue Jackets at Toronto Maple Leafs odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Columbus Blue Jackets (15-33-4) and Toronto Maple Leafs (32-13-8) meet Saturday at Scotiabank Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Saturday will be the 2nd meeting this season between the Blue Jackets and Maple Leafs.

In Friday’s meeting, Toronto won 3-0 at Columbus as -254 favorites as the Under 6.5 cashed. C John Tavares had 2 goals and LW Pierre Engvall scored the other as Toronto bounced back from a 5-2 loss as +117 home underdogs vs. the Boston Bruins Feb. 1. G Ilya Samsonov stopped 30 shots for his 3rd shutout of the season.

Toronto is 1-4 in its last 5 games after allowing 2 or less goals in its previous contest.

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Blue Jackets at Maple Leafs odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Blue Jackets +300 (bet $100 to win $300) | Maple Leafs -360 (bet $360 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blue Jackets +1.5 (+120) | Maple Leafs -1.5 (-140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Blue Jackets at Maple Leafs projected goalies

Elvis Merzlikins (5-14-0, 4.42 GAA, .870 SV%) vs. Joseph Woll (3-1-0, 2.75 GAA, .911 SV%, 1 SO in 2021-2022)

Merzlikins faced the Maple Leafs twice last season and went 0-2-0, allowing 10 goals on 63 shots, good for a 6.19 GAA and .841 SV%. Merzlikins is 1-8-0 in 9 road starts this season with a 4.20 GAA and .875 SV% (259 saves against 296 shots).

Woll has never faced the Blue Jackets in his career and has never played a home game. In 14 games in the AHL this season with the Toronto Marlies, Woll is 13-1-0 and has allowed 33 goals on 472 shots, good for a 2.36 GAA and .930 SV%.

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Blue Jackets at Maple Leafs picks and predictions

Prediction

Maple Leafs 5, Blue Jackets 4

Moneyline

PASS.

The Maple Leafs (-360) should win, but Toronto is being slightly overvalued on the moneyline. Bet the puck line and/or total instead.

Puck line/Against the spread

BET BLUE JACKETS +1.5 (+120).

The Blue Jackets should be able to bounce back and keep it close on the 2nd night of a home-and-home. Columbus has played well in similar situations and is 5-0 in its last 5 games after a home loss by 3 or more goals and 11-5 vs. the Maple Leafs in the last 16 meetings in Toronto. Look for the Blue Jackets to be more competitive vs. a goaltender who is playing in just his 5th career NHL game.

Over/Under

BET OVER 6.5 (-105).

The Over is 5-1 in Columbus’ last 6 games after a home loss by 3 or more goals and 4-1-1 in Toronto’s last 6 vs. the Metropolitan Division. The Over has hit in 4 of Toronto’s last 5 games vs. teams with a winning percentage below .400 and is 4-1-1 in the last 6 meetings between these teams.

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Toronto Maple Leafs at Columbus Blue Jackets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Toronto Maple Leafs at Columbus Blue Jackets odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Toronto Maple Leafs (31-13-8) and Columbus Blue Jackets (15-32-4) meet Friday at Nationwide Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Maple Leafs failed to cash as +117 home underdogs in a 5-2 loss vs. the Boston Bruins in their last game, back on Feb. 1, before the All-Star break. C Calle Järnkrok and RW Mitch Marner scored for the Maple Leafs, who have lost 2 of their last 3 games. Toronto is 6-1 in its last 7 games after allowing 5 or more goals in its previous contest.

The Blue Jackets lost last time out as +170 home underdogs as the Washington Capitals edged Columbus 4-3 in overtime Jan. 31. LW Johnny Gaudreau scored in the 3rd period to force overtime as the Blue Jackets erased a 2-goal deficit, but ultimately could not complete the comeback. Columbus is 1-8 in its last 9 games vs. Atlantic Division teams.

This is the 1st meeting this season between the Maple Leafs and Blue Jackets. Toronto won last season’s series 2-1 with the most recent meeting being a 5-4 Maple Leafs win as -212 road favorites March 7.

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Maple Leafs at Blue Jackets odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Maple Leafs -250 (bet $250 to win $100) | Blue Jackets +210 (bet $100 to win $210)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Maple Leafs -1.5 (-105) | Blue Jackets +1.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Maple Leafs at Blue Jackets projected goalies

Ilya Samsonov (17-6-2, 2.42 GAA, .913 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Joonas Korpisalo (8-9-3, 3.35 GAA, .908 SV%)

Samsonov faced the Blue Jackets 3 times last season (2 starts) as a member of the Capitals and went 2-1-0, allowing 5 goals on 54 shots, good for a 2.20 GAA and .907 SV%. He is 7th in GAA amongst goaltenders who have played at least 20 games this season.

Korpisalo is 5-3-0 in 8 career starts vs. the Maple Leafs with a 2.87 GAA and .914 SV% (243 saves against 266 shots). He is 35th in GAA amongst goaltenders with 20 or more games this season.

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Maple Leafs at Blue Jackets picks and predictions

Prediction

Maple Leafs 6, Blue Jackets 2

Moneyline

PASS.

The Maple Leafs (-250) should win, but there is no need to risk more than twice your potential profit on the moneyline when Toronto should win by multiple goals. Bet the puck line and/or total instead.

Puck line/Against the spread

BET MAPLE LEAFS -1.5 (-105).

Three of Toronto’s last 4 wins have been by multiple goals and the Maple Leafs should be extra motivated to run up the score after getting blown out by the Bruins before the All-Star break. Toronto is a good bounce-back team and is 5-1 in its last 6 games after a loss by 3 or more goals.

Over/Under

BET OVER 6.5 (-120).

The Over is 4-1-2 in Toronto’s last 7 games after 3 or more days of rest and 4-1-1 in Toronto’s last 6 vs. the Metropolitan Division. The Over has hit in 4 of Columbus’ last 5 games vs. Eastern Conference teams and is 3-0-1 in the last 4 meetings between these teams in Columbus.

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Washington Capitals at Columbus Blue Jackets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Washington Capitals at Columbus Blue Jackets odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Washington Capitals (26-20-6) play the 2nd contest in a 3-game road trip on Tuesday against the Columbus Blue Jackets (15-32-3). Puck drop at Nationwide Arena is scheduled for 7 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Capitals vs. Blue Jackets odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Capitals were roughed up in Toronto to start the road trip Sunday, falling 5-1. Washington has los 3 of the last 4 games, while the Under is 3-1-1 in the previous 5 outings.

The Blue Jackets have dropped 2 straight, including 3-1 last time out on Saturday in Seattle as the Under connected.

Columbus lost 1-0 in Washington on Jan. 8. In the season’s 1st meeting, the Caps won 6-2 in Ohio on Jan. 5.

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Capitals at Blue Jackets odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Capitals -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Blue Jackets +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Capitals -1.5 (+120) | Blue Jackets +1.5 (-140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +105 | U: -115)

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Capitals at Blue Jackets projected goalies

Darcy Kuemper (15-14-4, 2.62 GAA, .915 SV%, 5 SO) vs. Joonas Korpisalo (8-9-2, 3.32 GAA, .909 SV%)

Kuemper was knocked around for 4 goals on just 20 shots in Toronto Sunday before getting pulled midway through the 2nd period. He is 2-0-0 with a 1.00 GAA and .969 SV% in his 2 starts against the Jackets this season, including a 38-save shutout on Jan. 8 in D.C.

Korpisalo was punished for 5 goals on 34 shots in a loss at Vancouver on Friday. He is 3-3-1 with a 3.64 GAA and .904 SV% in 7 starts in January. Korpisalo has yet to face the Capitals this season.

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Capitals at Blue Jackets picks and predictions

Prediction

Capitals 3, Blue Jackets 1

Moneyline

The Capitals (-210) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s a little too expensive, especially on the road, even with Washington winning the1st 2 meetings this season.

PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

The CAPITALS -1.5 (+120) are a decent play on the puck line, but Washington comes with plenty of risk.

As a favorite, Washington is 1-5 in the last 6 games against the puck line, including 3 straight up losses.

However, the Blue Jackets +1.5 (-140) are just 6-21 in the last 27 games against Metropolitan Division teams, while going just 8-24 in the last 32 when playing on 2 days of rest.

Over/Under

The UNDER 6.5 (-115) is a strong play.

The Under is 3-1-2 in the last 6 games overall for the Caps, while going 4-1 in the last 5 against teams with a losing record. The Under is 9-3 in the last 12 inside the Metropolitan Division, too.

For the Jackets, it’s all about the Over lately, especially at home, although the Under is 10-3-1 in the last 14 games when their opponent scores 2 or fewer goals in the previous outing.

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Columbus Blue Jackets at Vancouver Canucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Columbus Blue Jackets at Vancouver Canucks odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Columbus Blue Jackets (15-30-3) and Vancouver Canucks (19-26-3) meet Friday at Rogers Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Jackets vs. Canucks odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Blue Jackets cashed as +316 underdogs with a 3-2 overtime win at the Edmonton Oilers Wednesday. C Kent Johnson scored the game-winner and G Joonas Korpisalo made 34 saves. The Blue Jackets are 5-1 vs. the Canucks in the last 6 meetings.

Vancouver lost as a +154 road underdog Wednesday as the Seattle Kraken routed the Canucks 6-1. RW Conor Garland scored the lone goal for the Canucks, who lost their 1st game under new coach Rick Tocchet. Vancouver is 6-0 in their last 6 games vs. teams with a winning percentage below .400.

Friday will be the 2nd meeting this season between these teams. In the 1st meeting, the Blue Jackets won 4-3 in overtime as -106 home favorites Oct. 18.

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Blue Jackets at Canucks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Blue Jackets +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Canucks -180 (bet $180 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blue Jackets +1.5 (-150) | Canucks -1.5 (+130)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -135 | U: +115)

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Blue Jackets at Canucks projected goalies

Joonas Korpisalo (8-8-2, 3.22 GAA, .912 SV%) vs. Spencer Martin (11-13-1, 3.94 GAA, .875 SV%)

Korpisalo has not faced the Canucks since March 1, 2020, when he allowed 3 goals on 39 shots in a 5-3 win at home. In 7 road games this season (6 starts), Korpisalo is 2-2-2 and has allowed 17 goals on 256 shots, good for a 2.55 GAA and .934 SV%.

Martin has faced the Blue Jackets once this season, allowing 4 goals on 33 shots in the overtime loss. In 14 home games this season (13 starts), Martin is 5-7-0 and has allowed 50 goals on 354 shots, good for a 4.09 GAA and .859 SV%.

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Blue Jackets at Canucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Canucks 5, Blue Jackets 3

Moneyline

PASS.

The Canucks (-180) should win, but there is no need to risk almost 2 times your potential profit on the moneyline when Vancouver should win by multiple goals. Bet the puck line or total instead.

Puck line/Against the spread

BET CANUCKS -1.5 (+130).

The Blue Jackets are due for a letdown after a shocking overtime win vs. the Oilers Wednesday. In coach Tocchet’s debut Tuesday, the Canucks showed signs of improvement and won as -224 home favorites 5-2 vs. the Chicago Blackhawks. Vancouver should be able to bounce back at home after a bad road loss to Seattle and produce a similar result vs. a Blue Jackets team that is just 4-15-2 in away games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 6.5 (-135).

The Over is 4-1 in Columbus’ last 5 games vs. Pacific Division teams and 5-0-2 in Vancouver’s last 7 vs. the Eastern Conference. These teams tend to play high-scoring games vs. each other, with the Over hitting 4 of the last 5 meetings, and Friday’s matchup should be another offensive showcase.

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Columbus Blue Jackets at Edmonton Oilers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Columbus Blue Jackets at Edmonton Oilers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Columbus Blue Jackets (14-30-3) play the 2nd contest of a 4-game road trip against the Edmonton Oilers (27-18-3) Wednesday at Rogers Place. Puck drop is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Jackets vs. Oilers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Blue Jackets suffered a 4-3 loss in overtime at the Calgary Flames Monday to kick off the road trip. Columbus is now 2-6-1 in the past 9 games overall, while the Over has cashed in 6 of its last 8 games.

The Oilers enter on a season-best 6-game win streak, including a 4-2 victory at the Vancouver Canucks last time out on Saturday. That was a rare Under result, as the Over is 5-1-1 in the past 7 games overall.

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Blue Jackets at Oilers odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Blue Jackets +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Oilers -380 (bet $380 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blue Jackets +2.5 (-140) | Oilers -2.5 (+120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -130 | U: +110)

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Blue Jackets at Oilers projected goalies

Joonas Korpisalo (7-8-2, 3.30 GAA, .908 SV%) vs. Stuart Skinner (13-10-2, 2.92 GAA, .915 SV%)

Korpisalo allowed 4 goals on 49 shots in Calgary on Monday, and if not for some spectacular saves, it might have been much worse. After posting a 2.26 GAA in 7 December appearances (6 starts), he is just 2-2-1 with a 3.72 GAA and .900 SV% in 5 January outings.

Skinner allowed just 2 goals on 29 shots in Saturday’s win in Vancouver, halting a 3-start winless streak. Despite the solid outing, he is still 1-1-1 with a 3.97 GAA and .899 SV% in 4 January assignments.

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Blue Jackets at Oilers picks and predictions

Prediction

Oilers 5, Blue Jackets 2

Moneyline

The Oilers (-380) are on fire lately, and the Blue Jackets are skidding hard. That being said, you can’t risk nearly 4 times your potential return, even if it is a near-certainty that Edmonton extends its season-high win streak. It’s just way too much risk and not enough reward.

PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

The OILERS -2.5 (+120) laying such a big number is risky business, but it’s worth a look at plus money. During Edmonton’s 6-game win streak, it has won 5 games by at least 2 goals with 3 of the victories coming by 3 or more goals.

The Blue Jackets are just 1-5 in the past 6 meetings against the Oilers and 7-21 in the past 28 trips to Edmonton.

Over/Under

The OVER 6.5 (-130) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at best.

The Over is 18-8 in the past 26 meetings between the Oilers and Jackets and is 11-4 in their last 15 meetings in Edmonton.

The Over is 6-2 in the past 8 games overall for the Jackets, 15-5-1 in their past 21 against the Pacific Division and 8-1 in their past 9 when playing on a single day of rest.

For the Oilers, the Over is 32-15-4 in the past 51 home games and 29-14-3 in the past 46 games on 3 or more days of rest.

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Columbus Blue Jackets at Calgary Flames odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Columbus Blue Jackets at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Columbus Blue Jackets (14-30-2) and Calgary Flames (22-16-9) clash in a Monday night game at the Saddledome. Puck drop is set for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+/Hulu). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Jackets vs. Flames odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Blue Jackets defeated San Jose 5-3 Saturday in Columbus and open a 4-game western road swing. The Jackets are just 1-11 in their last 12 games away from home. Columbus has struggled mightily in the opening games of multi-game trips. In 3 previous tries in such situations, the Blue Jackets are 0-3-0 and have scored only 1 goal.

The Flames are coming off a 6-3 Saturday win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, notching a half-dozen goals in a game for the 2nd time in its last 4. The Flames outshot the Lightning 41-24 in that game and head into Monday’s game winning the shots-on-goal battle in 7 straight games.

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Blue Jackets at Flames odds

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  • Moneyline: Blue Jackets +305 (bet $100 to win $305) | Flames -370 (bet $370 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blue Jackets +1.5 (+125) | Flames -1.5 (-150)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Blue Jackets at Flames projected goalies

Elvis Merzlikins (5-13-0, 4.48 GAA, .868 SV%) vs. Jacob Markstrom (13-12-5, 2.82 GAA, .895 SV%)

Merzlikins last played Thursday when he and the Blue Jackets coughed up a 3-0 lead in an eventual 5-3 loss. The 28-year-old has won just once in his last 7 decisions.

Markstrom is between the pipes for the 1st time since allowing 4 goals in a Wednesday home loss to the Colorado Avalanche. He owns an .876 SV% over his last 4 games.

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Blue Jackets at Flames picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 4, Blue Jackets 2

Moneyline

The Flames have upped their puck-possession figures over recent weeks, and Markstrom is on a solid roll at the Saddledome. But avoid this juice-filled price. PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

Six of the Blue Jackets’ last 8 losses have been by multi-goal margins. Columbus is 1-for-its-last-17 on the power play.

Markstrom has a 2.03 GAA and .921 SV% across his last 4 home games. Over their last 7 games, the Flames have gone 6-for-21 (28.6%) on the PP while killing off 18-of-20 (90%) penalties.

TAKE CALGARY -1.5 (-150).

Over/Under

The Under is a theoretical lean here, but the price has drifted upward during the morning. PASS.

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